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Image shows a baby panda wearing a blue t-shirt and goggles on his head. He is looking through a school backpack. The panda is on a red background, and the title, "Chu's First Day of School," is written in yellow letters.

Bringing Books to Life's Favorite Books for the First Day of School!

August 1, 2023

Klem-Mari Cajigas

The first day of school can bring up all sorts of feelings for brand new Kindergarteners—and their parents. Picture books are always a great way to talk through big feelings. Here are some books Bringing Books to Life (BBTL) loves, perfect for sharing before the first day of school.

Play Ball!

July 29, 2023

Joy Porter

Cheer on your favorite baseball team while checking out these NPL baseball resources.

Pop Culture Nonfiction

July 27, 2023

Amanda Dembiec

It's time to start the music. It's time to light the lights. 'Cuz it all started with the big bang!

Getting into the Back to School Groove with NPL: Teachers and Educators Edition

July 27, 2023

Ed Brown

Check Out Our Collection of Resources to Start the School Year Off Right

Podcast

The Donkey Cabbage

July 26, 2023

A young man does a kindness for an old woman, but the reward he gets is stolen by a witch! Will he be able to outsmart her and regain his treasures?

Podcast

"The Farmer's Children"

July 24, 2023

Today’s story, “The Farmer’s Children” by Elizabeth Bishop, an American poetry and short story writer, seems a showcase for the evil stepmother archetype.

Podcast